The Heart 3

In this message, Stephen emphasizes the importance of knowing God intimately, highlighting that true knowledge of God comes from within, rather than through external teachings. He explains that the heart is the conduit for God's life, and when our hearts are aligned with Him, we can experience His glory and transformation. Stephen references Hebrews 8:11, which states that all will know God personally, indicating a shift from the Old Covenant's reliance on priests for knowledge to the New Covenant's promise of direct access to God through the Holy Spirit. He contrasts two types of knowledge: objective knowledge, which is learned through instruction, and subjective knowledge, which is intuitive and comes from the Spirit. Stephen encourages believers to cultivate a relationship with God that allows them to know His nature and will directly, rather than relying solely on external sources. He concludes with a prayer for spiritual growth and readiness for Christ's return, emphasizing the need for a pure heart to hear God's voice and follow His guidance.

Outline of Main Points

1. Importance of knowing God intimately.
2. The heart as a conduit for God's life.
3. Shift from Old Covenant to New Covenant knowledge.
4. Two types of knowledge: objective vs. subjective.
5. Encouragement to cultivate a personal relationship with God.
6. Prayer for spiritual growth and readiness for Christ's return.